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SP58 OCX

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

112,145 mi
Last recorded112,145 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP58 OCX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2020 112,145 miles

Nearside Front top strut seized

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 19 Oct 2020 112,145 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front top strut seized

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Apr 2019 105,181 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all rear seat ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

o/s/f sill soft

Fail 25 Apr 2019 105,181 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction items on mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all rear seat ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

o/s/f sill soft

Pass 25 Apr 2018 101,656 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 101,652 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 5 May 2017 98,332 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 May 2017 98,332 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 94,876 miles

Nearside Front suspension arm bush slightly deteriorated

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 92,112 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside front suspension arm bush slightly deteriorated

Fail 20 Mar 2015 92,112 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside front suspension arm bush slightly deteriorated

Pass 24 Oct 2014 87,312 miles

nearside rear tyre has bald patches

wear inner shoulders front tyres

Fail 23 Oct 2014 87,312 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

wear inner shoulders front tyres

Pass 31 Oct 2013 72,052 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust bracket burst

Pass 23 Sep 2012 55,622 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front discs lipped

front pads getting low

Pass 27 Aug 2011 39,938 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara?

Based on 5,047,330 MOT tests across 355,498 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
7,021
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
355,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 242,573
Registration plate lamp not working 140,363
Stop lamp not working 132,977
position lamp(s) not working 129,143
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 102,720
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SP58 OCX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2008 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 70,413 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen Xsara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 242,573 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP58 OCX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xsara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen Xsara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SP58 OCX registered?

SP58 OCX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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